Going into the final weekend of the season, John Carver's side are just two points above the relegation zone, and Hull City could overtake them should they surprise everyone by beating Manchester United on the final day at the KC Stadium.

Newcastle have some reason to be hopeful ahead of Sunday's finale to the season. Though their form is woeful, West Ham United are not exactly in the best shape as they have stuttered along during the second half of the season themselves, and if they put on a good performance there is a chance they can survive by doing the work themselves rather than relying on a favour from elsewhere.

Ian Bolland

A journalism graduate of Liverpool John Moores University. During his time at university, Ian spent time on work experience at local newspapers in Liverpool, Bolton and Wigan, and prior to that he did work for The Observer's 'fans verdict'. Ian also has interests in news, current affairs and business but mostly sport, including football, rugby league, cricket, golf and Formula 1, amongst others.